Mounting system to display an object and method of use

ABSTRACT

A support system includes a stand having a first vertical member and a second adjacent vertical member; a first horizontal member and a second adjacent horizontal member; a first pole and a second pole extending from the second horizontal member; a first leg and a second leg extending from the first vertical member and the second vertical member; a first hook and a second hook extending from the second horizontal member; a sign removably attached to the first hook and the second hook; and an object, having a body; a first locking member configured to extend within the body and configured to engage with the first pole; and a second locking member configured to extend within the body and configured to engage with the second pole.

BACKGROUND

1. Field of the Invention

The present invention relates generally to mounting systems fordisplaying objects at a height relative to the ground surface, and morespecifically, to displaying objects at cemeteries and/or otherlocations.

2. Description of Related Art

Leaving flowers and/or other objects at a cemetery gravesite is wellknown in the art. As shown in FIG. 1, a conventional gravesite 101 isshown having a tombstone 103 that sits upright relative to a groundsurface 107. As depicted, it is commonly known to place a vase offlowers 105 proximate to the tombstone 103 in respect and remembrancefor the deceased.

A problem commonly associated with gravesite 101 is that the vase offlowers 105 can be knocked over and/or the limited location wherein thevase can be placed. Further, although a vase of flowers is typicallyused, other items may be left at the gravesite without means to displayor place the items thereabout.

Although great strides have been made in displaying objects atcemeteries, many shortcomings remain.

DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The novel features believed characteristic of the embodiments of thepresent application are set forth in the appended claims. However, theembodiments themselves, as well as a preferred mode of use, and furtherobjectives and advantages thereof, will best be understood by referenceto the following detailed description when read in conjunction with theaccompanying drawings, wherein:

FIG. 1 is a front view of a conventional cemetery gravesite;

FIG. 2 is a front view of a support system in accordance with apreferred embodiment of the present technology;

FIG. 3 is a detailed front view of the support system of FIG. 2;

FIG. 4 is a partial front view of an attachment system of a stand of thesupport system of FIG. 3;

FIG. 5 is a front view of an object configured to engage with the standof FIG. 3; and

FIG. 6 is a front view of an object in accordance with an alternativeembodiment of the present application.

While the system and method of use of the present application issusceptible to various modifications and alternative forms, specificembodiments thereof have been shown by way of example in the drawingsand are herein described in detail. It should be understood, however,that the description herein of specific embodiments is not intended tolimit the invention to the particular embodiment disclosed, but on thecontrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, andalternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the presentapplication as defined by the appended claims.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

Illustrative embodiments of the system and method of use of the presentapplication are provided below. It will of course be appreciated that inthe development of any actual embodiment, numerousimplementation-specific decisions will be made to achieve thedeveloper's specific goals, such as compliance with system-related andbusiness-related constraints, which will vary from one implementation toanother. Moreover, it will be appreciated that such a development effortmight be complex and time-consuming, but would nevertheless be a routineundertaking for those of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit ofthis disclosure.

The system and method of use in accordance with the present applicationovercomes one or more of the above-discussed problems commonlyassociated with conventional systems and methods to display and secureobjects at height relative to the ground surface at a cemetery.Specifically, the system and method of the present application provideseffective means to mount and display objects left nearby a grave. Theseand other unique features of the system and method of use are discussedbelow and illustrated in the accompanying drawings.

The system and method of use will be understood, both as to itsstructure and operation, from the accompanying drawings, taken inconjunction with the accompanying description. Several embodiments ofthe system are presented herein. It should be understood that variouscomponents, parts, and features of the different embodiments may becombined together and/or interchanged with one another, all of which arewithin the scope of the present application, even though not allvariations and particular embodiments are shown in the drawings. Itshould also be understood that the mixing and matching of features,elements, and/or functions between various embodiments is expresslycontemplated herein so that one of ordinary skill in the art wouldappreciate from this disclosure that the features, elements, and/orfunctions of one embodiment may be incorporated into another embodimentas appropriate, unless described otherwise.

The preferred embodiment herein described is not intended to beexhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise form disclosed. Itis chosen and described to explain the principles of the invention andits application and practical use to enable others skilled in the art tofollow its teachings.

Referring now to the drawings wherein like reference characters identifycorresponding or similar elements throughout the several views, FIG. 2depicts a front view of a gravesite 201 that incorporates that utilizesthe support system 203 in accordance with a preferred embodiment of thepresent application. As shown, the system 203 provides effective meansto elevate an object relative to the ground surface 107 for display. Inthe exemplary embodiment, the system 203 is used with displaying andholding an object at a height relative to the ground surface at acemetery; however, it will be appreciated that the features discussedherein could be used in locations such as a front lawn of a home and/orother locations.

In FIG. 3, an exploded front view of system 203 is shown. In thecontemplated embodiment, system 203 comprises of an object 204 and astand 205. During use, the stand 205 engage with the object 204 andsecures the object 204 in a fixed position relative to the groundsurface 107. Accordingly, the stand 205 provides an effective means toplace objects near the tombstone, thereby overcoming the need to placethe object on the ground surface as is common in the art. This featureallows the user to display a myriad of different types of objects, andin the preferred embodiment, the object 204 is a hat.

In the contemplated embodiment, stand 205 includes one or more of twohorizontal members 211 and 213 that extend relative parallel to eachother and are rigidly attached to two vertical members 207 and 209. Oneof the unique features believed characteristic of stand 205 is that thevertical poles 215 and 217 lift the system from the ground, protectingobjects from destructive elements and other factors.

Stand 205 is further provided with two legs 215, 217 extending fromrespective vertical members 207, 209. In the contemplated embodiment,legs 215, 217 are integrally attached to members 207, 209 and havepointed ends to facilitate easy and rapid means to secure the stand inthe ground surface.

As shown in FIGS. 3 and 4, stand 205 is provided with an attachmentmeans 219 configured to engage with object 204. In the contemplatedembodiment, attachment means 219 are two poles 221, 223 rigidly attachedto member 213 and configured to extend upright therefrom to engage withobject 204. Although contemplated having two poles, it will beappreciate that alternative attachment means are also contemplated, forexample, snaps, clips, hook-loop, and other quick-release device in analternative embodiment. It is also contemplated that poles 221 and 223can be placed at various locations on stand 205. Further, it will beappreciated that alternative embodiments could include a plurality ofattachment means in lieu of the contemplated embodiment.

In one embodiment, it is also contemplated having two fastening means,e.g., two hooks 300, 302 extending from member 213 and configured tohold a chain 304 secured to a sign 306 for display.

In FIG. 5, object 204 is shown having a body 400 with two receivinglocking members 403, 405 configured to engage with respective poles 221,223 of attachment means 219. In the contemplated embodiment, the lockingmembers 403, 405 are holes the extend partially through the thickness ofthe body 400; however, it will be appreciate that other embodiment couldinclude additional fastening means to secure the poles in position.

It should be appreciated that alternative embodiments of object 204 arecontemplated. For example, FIG. 6 illustrates a front view of a vase 501having a body 500 and two locking members 505, 507 extending partiallythrough the body 500 and configured to engage with poles 221, 223 in asimilar fashion as object 204. Accordingly, the stand 205 could beadapted to engage with different types of objects with the attachmentmeans. This features allows the user to interchange between objects, forexample, a birthday object, ornamental object, seasonal object, and thelike in accordance with a desired choice.

The particular embodiments disclosed above are illustrative only, as theembodiments may be modified and practiced in different but equivalentmanners apparent to those skilled in the art having the benefit of theteachings herein. It is therefore evident that the particularembodiments disclosed above may be altered or modified, and all suchvariations are considered within the scope and spirit of theapplication. Accordingly, the protection sought herein is as set forthin the description. Although the present embodiments are shown above,they are not limited to just these embodiments, but are amenable tovarious changes and modifications without departing from the spiritthereof.

What is claimed is:
 1. A support system, comprising: a stand having: afirst vertical member and a second adjacent vertical member; a firsthorizontal member and a second adjacent horizontal member; a first poleand a second pole extending from the second horizontal member; a firstleg and a second leg extending from the first vertical member and thesecond vertical member, respectively; a first hook and a second hookextending from the second horizontal member; a sign removably attachedto the first hook and the second hook; and a hat, having: a solid bodyextending a height from a first end to a second end; a first channelextending a first length within the solid body and configured to tightlyreceive the first pole, the first length being less than the height ofthe solid body; and a second channel extending a second length into thesolid body and configured to tightly receive the second pole, the secondlength is equal to the first length, the second channel extendingparallel to the first length; wherein the first pole and the second poleprevent movement of the hat when engaged with the first channel and thesecond channel.
 2. A method, comprising: providing the system of claim1; supporting the hat at a height relative to a ground surface with thestand; and displaying a message with the sign.